Talisman Programs

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Summer Address:

   Zirconia, North Carolina, USA
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Off-Season Address:

   Asheville, North Carolina, USA
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Talisman Programs are designed specifically for children and teenagers with ADHD, learning disabilities, Aspergers, and similar social and behavioral needs. Our activities focus on building confidence, promoting responsibility, and providing a successful summer camp experience.

Base Camp offers kids ages 6-14 a typical summer camp experience with the structure and social skill guidance needed for success. Activities include backpacking, rafting, rock climbing, and swimming. Mini camp gives younger kids a 1-week introduction to Base Camp. Academics adds experiential classroom activities to Base Camp.

Our Teen Programs take teens (14-17) on small-group adventures, where they build problem-solving skills while increasing their personal sense of responsibility. The can choose from an Appalachian Trail Trek, Paddling, and TriAdventures, which combines, paddling, hiking, and rock climbing.

Sight and Insight are designed for youth with Aspergers or high-functioning autism. Activities promote friendship-making and communication skills in a nurturing environment.

Camp Type:

Residential
Year Established: 1980
Gender: Coed
Age of Campers: 6 to 17 years old
Cost/Week: $651.00-$1000.00/wk
Religious Affiliation: None
Camp Owner(s): Aspen Education Group
Camp Director(s): Linda Tatsapaugh
Nearest Large City: Asheville, NC
Off Season Rental: No
Accreditations ?

ACA

Camp Focus:
Adventure Camps: Backpacking
Adventure Camps: Canoeing
Special Needs Camps: Aspergers
Special Needs Camps: Autism
Special Needs Camps: Learning Disabilities and ADHD

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